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14 New Ranch ATVs For 2013

Yamaha Grizzly 450 EPS

Yamaha’s 2013 Grizzly 450 EPS is a durable, mid-sized ATV that features electric power steering (EPS) to reduce handlebar feedback and rider fatigue. It features Yamaha’s exclusive Ultramatic® automatic transmission, and push-button On-Command 2WD, 4WD and 4WD differential lock, which provides the only true rider-controlled all four-wheel-drive option. Combined with a one-piece frame and a rear-sealed, wet-brake system, the Grizzly 450 EPS is the lightest, most off-road capable ATV in its class, Yamaha says.

Standard features include an independent suspension, 11 in. of ground clearance, and a water-resistant DC outlet. A multi-function LCD display illuminates a speedometer, odometer/trip meter, hour meter and clock, as well as gear selection. A plush seat, full-sized floorboards and oversized fenders add comfort.

The unit’s steel racks feature a tough wrinkle-coat finish with more than 250 lbs. of total carrying capacity (88 lbs. in front; 176 lbs. in the rear), and a towing capacity of 1,322 lbs. The Grizzly 450 EPS starts at $7,499 and is available in Hunter Green, Steel Blue and Realtree™ AP HD® Camo.

The unit’s multi-function LCD digital instrumentation is compact, tough and waterproof, featuring large readouts for gear position, speedometer, odometer, and resettable trip and hour meters. Large front and rear cargo racks carry payloads of up to 66 and 133 lbs., respectively, while the rack design allows for easy lashing of cargo. The unique rear-opening storage compartment allows access when rack is loaded.

Other features include:

Heavy-duty trailer hitch (850-lb. towing capacity).

Three color options – red, green, and Natural Gear® Camou-flage.

Twin-headlight system with 30-watt bulbs features multi-reflector lenses for optimal light distribution. High visibility, long-life LED brake light and taillight.

Yamaha Rhino 700 FI

Yamaha’s Rhino 700 FI Side-by-Side boasts a 686-cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve single overhead cam engine, and a smooth, reliable Ultramatic® automatic transmission for work or play. The assisted dump bed is rated to 400 lbs., and the standard 2-in. receiver can haul an additional 1,200 lbs. A fuel-injection system helps manage the Rhino’s power for top performance and dependability in any condition, especially at high elevation and in cooler conditions.

The Rhino features utilitarian functionality with 4x4 off-road capabilities. This includes On-Command® 2WD, 4WD and 4WD differential-lock, which provides push-button control for any terrain conditions; more than 12 in. of ground clearance; and hydraulic disc brakes with dual piston calipers on all four wheels for superior braking performance.

Other features are: a 12-volt accessory outlet; padded bucket seats; grab handles and cup holders; and rotomolded doors to keep mud, water and trail debris out of the cab. A digital LCD multi-function display meter features a speedometer, odometer, dual trip meter, clock, fuel gauge and gear position display, a voltage meter for monitoring battery condition, and an hour meter function that operates only when the engine is running. The 2013 Rhino 700 FI starts at $11,499 and comes in Hunter Green, Red and Realtree AP HD Camo, plus a Special Edition Tactical Black model.

Honda Pioneer

The Honda Pioneer’s™ convertible design allows the two rear seats to fold into the bed, allowing two, three, or four-seat configurations. The rear seats fold quickly, without tools, to allow the unit’s tilt-bed space to be fully utilized. With the overall dimensions of a two-person design, the Pioneer maintains a high level of maneuverability, yet still can seat up to four people.

Long-travel suspension combines a comfortable ride with high-performance handling, and delivers a 1,000-lb. load capacity and a 1,500-lb. tow capacity. Powered by a fuel-injected, 700-cc, liquid-cooled OHV single-cylinder four-stroke engine, the Pioneer features an automotive-style automatic transmission with hydraulic torque converter, three forward gears and reverse.

With more than 50 accessories available, the units come in red, green, and Honda Phantom Camo™.

The Pro-Tach™ attachment system is standard on the Brutus HD and Brutus HDPTO, and the HDPTO’s front-end PTO system draws power directly from the engine. The attachment line includes three PTO-powered units – angle broom, finishing mower and snow blower; and three hydraulically powered attachments – snow blade, pallet forks and materials bucket.

A fully enclosed, factory-installed cab with heat, defrost and air conditioning is standard on the Brutus HDPTO, while Lock & Ride® Pro-Fit™ cab components are pre-designed for the Brutus and Brutus HD, and lock on tightly for a secure cab system.

Bobcat 3600, 3650 UTV

The Bobcat® 3650 is the first UTV able to operate front-mounted, PTO attachments. And the 3650 and 3600 hydrostatic drive models are the first Bobcat UTV units to offer cabs with heat and air conditioning. The hydrostatic system provides durability, and uses a single two-speed motor with fewer moving parts to achieve fast acceleration and maintain top travel speed.

The 24.8-hp 3600 and 3650 units extend Bobcat’s line, which includes the 3200, 3400 and 3400XL UTV models, as well as the Toolcat™ 5600 and 5610 utility work machines.

Independent, front-dual, A-arm suspension, and rear De-Dion suspension tie the two rear wheels together for more comfort and stability. The units boast a 1,250-lb. cargo box capacity, a top speed of 30 mph, and dynamic braking for easier control when under load.

Featuring the ability to change directions without shifting, operators can go from forward to reverse by using a travel control pedal rather than the typical F-N-R lever. This makes changing directions as easy as rocking one’s toe to go forward and one’s heel to go in reverse, which is especially beneficial in tight areas. On-the-fly shifting allows the operator to easily adjust to driving conditions.

Comfort features on the 3650 include tilt steering, ample legroom and foot space, and a two-passenger bucket front seat. A dealer-installed bench front seat capable of seating up to three occupants is also available on the 3600 model.

Yamaha Grizzly 300

Yamaha’s Grizzly 300 2WD utility ATV is a full-featured unit with a value price of $4,199. The unit is powered by a 287-cc, single overhead cam, four-stroke engine with liquid cooling for precise temperature control and long life. The fully automatic dual-range transmission offers high range for light duty and trail riding, plus low range for tougher chores and towing. Other features include separate hydraulic front and rear disc brakes, a 500-lb. towing capacity, a combined 140-lb. capacity on front and rear racks, and 22-in. Maxxis® tires with a rugged lug pattern for optimum traction and durability.

More than 5 in. of clearance, a double-wishbone front suspension system with 5.9 in. of travel, and a rear swing arm with 6.5 in. of travel are other features. All of this is wrapped around a reliable, low-maintenance shaft drive.

Four-Seat Gator XUV

The all-new, four-seat XUV825i S4 (pictured left) tops the list of John Deere’s heavy-duty XUV. A convertible rear seat allows for two additional passengers, or folds away for a flat platform and an additional 200 lbs. of payload.

Sporting the same 50-hp, 812-cc, inline 3-cylinder engine with electronic fuel injection and dual overhead cams as in the current 825i, the XUV825i S4 has a 44-mph top speed and a fully locking 4-wheel drive system. A fully independent, double-wishbone suspension provides 8 in. of wheel travel and 11 in. of ground clearance. Power steering, with an anti-kickback feature, comes standard to provide easy control regardless of conditions.

Also available with diesel power, the S4 features a 16.4-cu.-ft., composite cargo box (1,000-lb. payload capacity), and features more than 20 integrated tie-down points, a truck-style tailgate, and removable sides. John Deere’s XUV 855D S4 unit is another diesel model and is powered by a 23-hp, liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel engine.

Current two-seat models from John Deere boast the following upgrades for 2013:

The XUV 825i now comes standard with dynamic downhill engine breaking, while a new 7-gal. fuel tank with digital readout on the dash adds 40% more fuel capacity and eliminates the analog dial.

The XUV 625i and XUV 855D units also feature these upgrades, as well as the digital display cluster from the 825i as standard equipment. Power steering is now optional for both the 825i and 855D models. All Gator XUVs are available in Realtree® Hard-woods™ HD Camo, olive and black, or John Deere green and yellow. More than 100 factory and dealer-installed attachments are available.

Kubota RTV400Ci

Kubota’s gas-powered RTV400Ci has the bite of a mid-sized UTV, but fits in the bed of a full-size, long-bed pickup. The four-wheel-drive unit measures 54.7 in. wide and 72 in. tall, and boasts a fuel-injected, 16-hp, air-cooled, single-cylinder gas engine.

Electronic fuel injection further improves engine performance by providing quick, easy starts, as well as on-demand power and optimized acceleration. A newly designed continuously variable transmission with inertial clutch (CVT Plus) provides response and reliability, and dynamic braking to maintain control during descents with engine-assisted deceleration. CVT Plus also features a full-protection cover to minimize debris intrusion and ensure longer belt life.

The unit weighs 1,257 lbs. and can handle upwards of 440 lbs., or 9 cu. ft., in its metal cargo box, and tow up to 1,102 lbs. Perfect for anything from hunting and camping to routine property maintenance, the Kubota 400Ci is available in both Kubota Orange and Realtree® Hardwoods Camouflage.

The unit features ergonomic, well-placed controls for easy operation, and is designed for ultimate comfort. A contoured bench seat makes riding enjoyable, and low operator platform offers ample leg room.

The unit features fully independent, double-A arm front and rear suspension with 10 in. of travel and 10 in. of ground clearance. Fox Float Air Assist shocks combine Float air technology with a coil-over spring for increased load capability.

Other features include five-position tilt steering, a redesigned cab with 40/20/40 sculpted seating for three occupants, and spacious left- and right-side wheel well storage compartments. The 700 HDX is available in Advantage Timber Camo, Emerald Green Metallic or Steel Blue, and comes with 14-in. aluminum wheels.

Arctic Cat TBX 700 XT

Arctic Cat’s TBX 700 XT with variable-assist electronic power steering allows steering assistance to the ATV before it even starts to move at idle. This reduces driver fatigue, particularly when in four-wheel drive or the differential lock is engaged.

The variable-assist system is driven by an electronic control unit that measures steering input force vs. tire resistance and vehicle speed. It then provides appropriate assistance to the steering column via an electric motor.

The unit’s 700 H1 engine is a 695-cc, liquid-cooled, single overhead cam unit designed for a wide torque curve. Front and rear independent suspensions are calibrated with 11 in. of ground clearance and 10 in. of suspension travel for ultimate trailer cornering and handling.

Among other features are: high/low range for responsive acceleration and engine braking, a 2-in. receiver, a 100-lb. rack capacity in front, and 300 lbs. in the rear box. The TBX 700 is available in Emerald Green Metallic painted bodywork, with 12-in. aluminum wheels.

Kubota RTV1100

The RTV1100 offers the industry’s first and only, air-conditioned factory-installed cab as standard equipment for all-weather protection and comfort. New in 2010, Kubota now equips all RTV1100 models with sliding glass windows in the doors.

Kubota RTV500

Kubota’s RTV500 is a 15.8-hp UTV that fits into the bed of a full-sized pickup truck – making it perfect for everything from hunting and camping to everyday work around the jobsite. The RTV500 is Kubota’s first gas-powered UTV.

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All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility task vehicles (UTVs or side-by-sides) are ubiquitous throughout agriculture these days. ATVs are typically designed for use by one person, though two-person models are available. Meanwhile, UTVs are two- or four-person, motorized off-road vehicles that typically offer wider and longer stances than ATVs.

ATVs, UTVs and crossover utility vehicles are fixtures on most cattle operations today. In fact, research indicates that 80% of BEEF readers have at least one of these units on their operation for everyday use, whether it’s work or play.

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Frank Schlichting (not verified)

on Mar 27, 2013

Interesting that 80% of ranches now us atv's I wonder what percentage of ranches still use horses? I know we don't, you can do most anything on a quad before you could even catch a horse. Plus a quad comes fully trained, you just fill it up and it is ready to go to work!

Has anyone tried the new Puncture resistant Atv and Utv tires that Traction depots has for sell. We put a set on our John deere gator and our Razor and it don't matter what you run over no more flats. Perfect tire for the Rancher, Farmer and those that use these for work.